Atocha Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Atocha Station Memorial

Atocha Station Memorial

Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Atocha Station Memorial. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

Atocha Station Memorial
Gran Via showing a city, landscape views and street scenes

Gran Via

4.5/5(54 reviews)

Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.

Gran Via
Bernabéu Stadium

Bernabéu Stadium

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.

Bernabéu Stadium
Puerta del Sol

Puerta del Sol

4/5(64 reviews)

Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.

Puerta del Sol
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Plaza Mayor

4.5/5(93 reviews)

Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.

Plaza Mayor
El Retiro Park which includes a garden

El Retiro Park

4.5/5(71 reviews)

Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.

El Retiro Park

Activities

Red double-decker hop-on hop-off bus in Madrid

Madrid City Tour

AU$42
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

AU$49
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Big Bus Madrid Panoramic Open-top Bus Tour

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

AU$40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

AU$56
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

AU$69
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour

From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour

AU$90
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Atocha Hotel Deals

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Ronda de Atocha 17, Madrid
The price is AU$375 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$375
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,269 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff! The rooms are a bit small. All the amenities were perfect. The only issue we had was with the toilet. It broke 3 times during our 6 day stay. When called in, a maintenance person came quickly to repair. The roof top bar has an incredible view of the sunsets - would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Hotel Liabeny

Hotel Liabeny

4 out of 5
Calle de la Salud 3, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,442 reviews)
"I stayed for a business trip. The hotel is in a great location. Taxi rank outside and a couple of minutes walk from Sol train station. I was lucky that my room was ready for me upon arriving earlier than check-in time. You are in the middle of everything from shopping to bars and restaurants. Room ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Latroupe Prado

Latroupe Prado

3 out of 5
Paseo de las Delicias 1, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Prado Museum and El Retiro Park are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (259 reviews)
"Very clean, good location."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19, Madrid, Madrid
The price is AU$403 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$403
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,164 reviews)
"Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hotel Regina
Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía

Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía

3 out of 5
Gran Vía 43, Madrid
The price is AU$288 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$288
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,232 reviews)
"We booked a triple room and it was nice and comfortable!"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía
Live It Gran Via

Live It Gran Via

2.5 out of 5
Calle Gran Vía 36, Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$103 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$103
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Gran Via and Puerta del Sol are located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (225 reviews)
"Room too hot, no AC or at least a working ceiling fan"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Atocha

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Retiro

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.

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Jerónimos

Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.

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Golden Triangle of Art

Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Paseo del Prado, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.

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Lavapiés

Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and El Rastro. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.

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Embajadores

El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo are top sights in Embajadores, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station to see more sights in the area.

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Huertas

5/5(23 area reviews)

Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.

Huertas

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